The Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario's (CHEO) largest cycling event raised more than $2 million for pediatric oncology care and research on Sunday. The funds will support critical treatments and innovative research for children battling cancer.
Ottawa News Highlights
In other local news, Ottawa's former Hudson's Bay building is poised for sale and possible redevelopment, marking a significant change for the downtown core. Porter Airlines is also launching new service from Ottawa to Aruba and Jamaica, expanding travel options for residents.
Provincial and National Updates
Ontario Premier Doug Ford stated he hasn't lost his way despite recent backlash. Meanwhile, a man was killed in a shooting near a Toronto baseball diamond, with a suspect in his 60s arrested. The Canadian military will end avalanche control along the Trans-Canada Highway, and no criminal charges will be filed in a baby's suspected drug overdose in B.C.'s Okanagan.
A separatist group has been ordered to remove an Alberta voter database from its website. Calgary fire crews pulled a body from the Bow River. A Montreal bar was ranked the best in Canada, with seven others making the top 50. The Canadiens are embracing the chance to close out a series before a home crowd, expecting a loud atmosphere.
Alberta's Smith lauded a new major Canada-U.S. oil pipeline permit, citing advocacy efforts. A disability advocate is calling for stricter rules for parking shared e-scooters. The search for a missing Australian hiker continues in Cape Breton Highlands National Park. Fentanyl worth $15,000 was seized during a well-being check on children in New Glasgow, police said.
Cemetery plots are at risk of falling into Lake Winnipeg due to erosion. The Mint marked a milestone anniversary of 50 years since opening in Winnipeg. Rising jet fuel prices are impacting the Regina International Airport. A man warned online sellers after almost losing $4,000 to a Kijiji scam. A tentative deal was reached to avoid a Grand River Transit bus strike. The Barrie Colts stayed alive in the OHL Eastern Conference final.
The Crown and defence are seeking a two-year sentence for a driver in a Saskatoon fatal crash case. An exposure alert was issued after a pertussis case at Prince Albert hospital. A Sudbury man on probation was charged with home invasion and impaired driving. A Sudbury mining supervisor won $1 million in a Lotto 6/49 draw. Sarnia residents lined up for a 'Chase the Ace' lottery worth $1.6 million. Fanshawe College is encouraging young women to enter skilled trades. Pump prices climbed again, with gas set to rise 12 cents in two days. Charges were laid in an Innisfil Islamic Centre vandalism incident. A Windsor motorcyclist was awarded $2 million. Circle Retail Properties will acquire the former Hudson's Bay space at Windsor's Devonshire Mall.
B.C.'s minister expects billions from the feds for forestry if U.S. talks fail. Eight kilograms of meth hidden in food products were seized at Toronto airport. A distracted crew likely caused a B.C. train derailment and diesel spill, the safety board found. Brazil's Congress overrode Lula's veto of a bill to reduce Bolsonaro's sentence. A Weinstein rape accuser wrote a note to herself that ended up in evidence.
Politics
PM Carney insists IRGC members are kept out of Canada after an Iranian official was turned away. He named a former minister as the next EU ambassador. Trump's trade czar told Canadians that 'America First' is policy, not a slogan, according to sources.
Business
Apple beat earnings estimates with continued iPhone momentum. The S&P/TSX composite closed higher, and U.S. stock markets also climbed. After tripling its IPO target, Lumina Metals aims to be the world's largest copper and silver producer, its CEO said.
Health
Hundreds of children's toys and clothing items were recalled in Canada. The Trump administration appealed a court order in an effort to cut vaccine recommendations for kids. Generic weight-loss drug approval is 'really good news,' but a doctor warned of long-term consequences.
Entertainment
'Mormon Wives' star Taylor Frankie Paul and her ex-partner were ordered to stay 100 feet apart. Britney Spears was charged with DUI involving drugs and alcohol. The Onion's bid to take over Alex Jones' Infowars is in limbo as new court battles emerge.
Sports
Iran will play World Cup games in the United States, FIFA's president said. The Afghan women's refugee team was allowed to play in FIFA tournaments. Caufield, Sanderson, and Kopitar were named finalists for the 2025-26 Lady Byng Trophy.
Lifestyle
Australia's 'most beautiful' street is fed up with viral fame. Banksy confirmed a new statue in central London of a man blinded by a flag is his work. Framing household money conversations correctly is key when talking to kids.
Climate & Environment
A barge carrying Timmy the humpback whale journeys to the North Sea. France unveiled a plan to ditch all fossil fuels by 2050. After another spring flood, cottage country residents are demanding answers.
Sci-Tech
An Egyptian mummy was unearthed with a literary text on its abdomen in a first-ever find. Young Canadians want AI companies to make their chatbots less addictive, a report said. Musk was grilled on AI profits at the OpenAI trial.
